Haywire Winery announced the highly-anticipated return of Haywire Lunar Red, a limited-edition wine created to celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year and the Year of the Snake. This release continues a beloved tradition that began in 2014, when Haywire became the first winery in British Columbia to release a Lunar New Year wine.

Available in limited quantities for pre-order for $28.88 per bottle, Haywire Lunar Red is for wine lovers and cultural celebrants alike, as they enjoy the festivities marking the start of the Year of the Snake on Jan. 29.

In keeping with Haywire’s commitment to community and cultural engagement, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of this special edition wine will be donated to the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation. The foundation is dedicated to revitalizing Vancouver’s iconic Chinatown and creating a more resilient, inclusive community through projects focused on affordable housing, cultural preservation and economic development.

“The return of Haywire Lunar Red is particularly meaningful to us, as it celebrates the cultural diversity of our province and encourages greater understanding of traditions beyond our own,” said Christine Coletta, founder of Haywire Winery. “This year’s release has a richer style that pairs beautifully with a wide range of foods.”

A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this wine has an intense nose, with notes of dark cherry, black licorice, leather and a subtle earthy component. It is medium-bodied on the palate, balanced with chalky tannins, stewed fruits, a hint of cherry cola, fennel and dark cocoa fill the flavour profile. The finish is lengthy with bright lifting acidity. For pairing, best matches include ginger beef, smoky sauces, dark soy, Szechuan and wok-seared vegetables.